2021 FORD EDGE Owners Manual

Switching Rear View Camera Delay
On and Off
Access the vehicle drawer on the
touchscreen.
1. Press SETTINGS.
2. Press
Driver Assistance.
3. Switch
Rear View Camera Delay on or
off.
When shifting the transmission out of
reverse (R) and into any gear other than
park (P), the camera image remains in the
display until:
• Your vehicle speed reaches
approximately
5 mph (8 km/h).
• You shift your vehicle into park (P).
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WHAT IS THE 180 DEGREE
CAMERA
The 180 degree camera system consists
of front and rear cameras.
HOW DOES THE 180 DEGREE
CAMERA WORK
The 180 degree camera system allows you
to see what is directly in front or behind
your vehicle, provides a cross traffic view
in front of your vehicle and provides
visibility when parking your vehicle.
180 DEGREE CAMERA
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: The rear view camera
system is a reverse aid supplement
device that still requires the driver to use
it in conjunction with the interior and
exterior mirrors for maximum coverage. WARNING:
Objects that are close
to either corner of the bumper or under
the bumper, might not be seen on the
screen due to the limited coverage of the
camera system. WARNING:
Use caution when
turning camera features on or off when
the transmission is not in park (P). Make
sure your vehicle is not moving.
180 DEGREE CAMERA
LIMITATIONS
Note: The area displayed on the screen may
vary according to your vehicle's orientation
or road condition. Note:
The front view camera will switch off
if your vehicle speed exceeds
6 mph
(10 km/h). You will have to switch the
system back on by using the camera system
button once below the speed threshold.
Note: The camera system may not operate
correctly if mud, water or debris obstructs
the camera's view. You can clean the lens
with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive
cleaner or by using your front or rear washer.
See
Wipers and Washers (page 94).
LOCATING THE 180 DEGREE
CAMERAS
The front view camera is in the grille. The
rear view camera is on the liftgate.
180 DEGREE CAMERA
INDICATORS
The 180 degree camera provides an image
of your vehicle and the sensor zones. The
zones will highlight green, yellow, and red
when the parking aid sensors detect an
object in the coverage area.
180 DEGREE CAMERA
SETTINGS
Switching the 180 Degree Camera
On and Off The camera button is located on
the audio unit and allows you to
toggle through different camera
views.
Note: The camera system may not operate
correctly if mud, water or debris obstructs
the camera's view. You can clean the lens
with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive
cleaner or by using your front or rear washer.
See
Wipers and Washers (page 94).
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Switching the 180 Degree Camera
View
Press the camera button on the
audio unit to toggle between the
different camera views.
Normal Front View:
Provides an image of what is directly in
front of your vehicle when your vehicle is
in neutral (N) or drive (D).
Expanded Front View:
Provides an expanded 180 degree image
of what is directly in front of your vehicle
when your vehicle is in neutral (N) or drive
(D).
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WHAT IS ACTIVE PARK
ASSIST
Enhanc
e d A c tiv e P ark A ssis t
Assists you with parking in and out of
parking spaces.
HOW DOES ACTIVE PARK
ASSIST WORK
Active park assist uses sensors to detect
parking spaces. Active park assist controls
steering as required to maneuver into or
out of a parking space when activate.
ACTIVE PARK ASSIST
PRECAUTIONS
WARNING: You must remain in
your vehicle when the system turns on.
At all times, you are responsible for
controlling your vehicle, supervising the
system and intervening, if required.
Failure to take care may result in the loss
of control of your vehicle, serious
personal injury or death. WARNING:
The sensors may not
detect objects in heavy rain or other
conditions that cause interference. WARNING: You are responsible for
controlling your vehicle at all times. The
system is designed to be an aid and does
not relieve you of your responsibility to
drive with due care and attention. Failure
to follow this instruction could result in
the loss of control of your vehicle,
personal injury or death. WARNING:
Do not use the system
with accessories that extend beyond the
front or rear of your vehicle, for example
a trailer hitch or bike rack. The system is
not able to make corrections for the
additional length of the accessories. WARNING:
Active park assist does
not apply the brakes under any
circumstances.
SWITCHING ACTIVE PARK
ASSIST ON AND OFF Press the active park assist
button to bring up full screen
notifications.
Press the soft keys on the touchscreen to
switch between parallel park in,
perpendicular park in or parallel park out
parking modes.
Cancelling Active Park Assist
To cancel parking assistance at any time:
• Press the active park assist button
during operation.
• Grab the steering wheel during
operation.
• Drive above
22 mph (35 km/h) for a
short period of time when searching for
a parking space.
• Drive above
6 mph (9 km/h) during
operation.
• Switch traction control off.
ENTERING A PARALLEL
PARKING SPACE
1. Press the active park assist button.
2. Select parallel park.
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Note:
The system detects other vehicles
and curbs to find a parking space.
3. Use the turn signal lever to search for a parking space on the driver or
passenger side of your vehicle.
Note: The system defaults to searching for
a parking spot on the passenger side of your
vehicle if you do not use the turn signal lever.
4. Drive your vehicle approximately 3 ft
(1 m) away from and parallel to the
other parked vehicles when searching
for a parking space.
Note: A tone sounds and a message
appears in the information and
entertainment display when active park
assist finds a parking space.
5. Press and hold the brake pedal.
6. Release the steering wheel and shift into reverse (R).
7. Use the accelerator and brake to control your vehicle's speed when
parking. You are responsible for
stopping your vehicle.
8. Active park assist is a multi-step process and requires you to shift the
transmission multiple times. Follow the
onscreen instructions until parking is
complete.
Note: You can slow down your vehicle at
any time by pressing the brake pedal.
Note: When parallel parking between
objects, the system will park closer to the
object in front of your vehicle to allow easier
access to the luggage compartment.
ENTERING A PERPENDICULAR
PARKING SPACE
1. Press the active park assist button.
2. Select perpendicular parking. Note:
Active park assist does not recognize
parking space lines and centers your vehicle
between objects.
Note: Active park assist backs your vehicle
into parking spaces.
3. Use the turn signal lever to search for a parking space on the driver or
passenger side of your vehicle.
Note: The system defaults to searching for
a parking spot on the passenger side of your
vehicle if you do not use the turn signal lever.
4. Drive your vehicle approximately
3 ft
(1 m) away from and perpendicular to
the other parked vehicles when
searching for a parking space.
Note: A tone sounds and a message
appears in the information and
entertainment display when active park
assist finds a parking space.
5. Press and hold the brake pedal.
6. Release the steering wheel and shift into reverse (R).
7. Use the accelerator and brake to control your vehicle's speed when
parking. You are responsible for
stopping your vehicle.
8. Active park assist is a multi-step process and requires you to shift the
transmission multiple times. Follow the
onscreen instructions until parking is
complete.
Note: Active park assist aligns the front-end
of your vehicle with the lane side of the
object next to it.
Note: When only one object is detected,
the system allows enough distance to open
the door on either side.
Note: You can slow down your vehicle at
any time by pressing the brake pedal.
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EXITING A PARKING SPACE
Active park assist only assists leaving
parallel parking spaces.
1. Press the active park assist button.
2. Select parallel park exit.
3. Use the turn signal to choose the
direction to exit the parking space.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal.
5. Release the steering wheel and shift into the instructed gear.
6. Release the parking brake.
7. Use the accelerator and brake to control your vehicle's speed when
exiting the parking space. You are
responsible for stopping your vehicle.
8. Active park assist is multi-step process
and requires you to shift the
transmission multiple times. Follow the
onscreen instructions until operation
is complete.
Note: After active park assist drives your
vehicle to a position where you can exit the
parking space in a forward movement, a
message appears instructing you to take full
control of your vehicle.
9. Take control of your vehicle.
Note: You can slow down your vehicle at
any time by pressing the brake pedal. ACTIVE PARK ASSIST –
TROUBLESHOOTING
Active Park Assist – Information
Messages Action
Message
The system
requires service.
Have your vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Active Park Fault
Active Park Assist – Frequently
Asked Questions
Why does active park assist not
operate correctly? The system is unable to detect a
vehicle, curb or object to park next to
or in between. The system needs
boundary objects to operate correctly.
Why does active park assist not search
for a parking space? You have switched traction control off.
Why does active park assist not search
for a parking space? The transmission is in reverse (R). Your
vehicle must be moving forward to be
able to detect a parking space.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? The sensors could be blocked. For
example, snow, ice or large
accumulations of dirt. Blocked sensors
can affect how the system functions.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? The sensors in the front or rear bumper
could be damaged.
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Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space?
There is not enough room in the
parking space for your vehicle to safely
park.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? There is not enough space for the
parking maneuver on the opposite side
of the parking space.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? The parking space is more than 5 ft
(1.5 m) or less than 2 ft (0.5 m) away
from your vehicle.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? Your vehicle's speed is greater than
22 mph (35 km/h) for parallel parking
or greater than
19 mph (30 km/h) for
perpendicular parking.
Why does active park assist not offer
a parking space? You recently disconnected or replaced
the battery. After you reconnect the
battery you must drive your vehicle on
a straight road for a short period of
time.
Why does active park assist not
correctly position the vehicle into a
parking space? An irregular curb along the parking
space prevents the system from
correctly aligning your vehicle.
Why does active park assist not
correctly position the vehicle into a
parking space? Vehicles or objects bordering the
space could not be correctly parked. Why does active park assist not
correctly position the vehicle into a
parking space?
Your vehicle stopped too far past the
parking space.
Why does active park assist not
correctly position the vehicle into a
parking space? The tires are not correctly installed or
maintained. For example, using a spare
tire, not inflated correctly, improper
size, or of different sizes.
Why does active park assist not
correctly position the vehicle into a
parking space? A repair or alteration changed the
detection capabilities.
Why does active park assist not
correctly position the vehicle into a
parking space? A parked vehicle has a high
attachment. For example, a salt
sprayer, snowplow or moving truck
bed.
Why does active park assist not
correctly position the vehicle into a
parking space? The parking space length, or position
of parked objects, changes after your
vehicle passes the space.
Why does active park assist not
correctly position the vehicle into a
parking space? The temperature around your vehicle
quickly changes. For example, driving
from a heated garage into a cold
outside temperature, or after leaving
a car wash.
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WHAT IS CRUISE CONTROL
Cruise control lets you maintain a set
speed without keeping your foot on the
accelerator pedal.
Requirements
Use cruise control when the vehicle speed
is greater than 20 mph (30 km/h).
SWITCHING CRUISE CONTROL
ON AND OFF WARNING:
Do not use cruise
control on winding roads, in heavy traffic
or when the road surface is slippery. This
could result in loss of vehicle control,
serious injury or death.
The cruise controls are on the steering
wheel. See
Steering Wheel (page 26).
Switching Cruise Control On Press the button.
Switching Cruise Control Off Press the button when the
system is in standby mode.
The system also turns off when you switch
the ignition off.
Note: The set speed erases when you
switch the system off. SETTING THE CRUISE
CONTROL SPEED WARNING:
When you are going
downhill, your vehicle speed could
increase above the set speed. The
system does not apply the brakes.
Drive to the speed you prefer. Press either button to set the
current speed.
Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Note: The indicator changes color in the
information display.
Changing the Set Speed Press and release the button to
increase the set speed in small
increments.
Press and hold the button to accelerate.
Release the button when you reach your
preferred speed. Press and release the button to
decrease the set speed in small
increments.
Press and hold the button to decelerate.
Release the button when you reach your
preferred speed.
Note: If you accelerate by pressing the
accelerator pedal, the set speed does not
change. When you release the accelerator
pedal, your vehicle returns to the speed that
you previously set.
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